Missouri residents, especially in the Kansas City and north-central regions, should brace for severe weather this weekend, as the storm threat intensifies. The NOAA Storm Prediction Center has upgraded much of the state from a “slight risk” to a marginal risk, signaling an increased potential for hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes on Saturday.
🔍 What Forecasters Are Saying
According to NOAA’s latest outlook:
“The moderate instability and strong deep-layer shear will promote supercells and bowing segments capable of producing severe wind and hail. A tornado is also possible with the longer-lived, dominant supercells.”
This means parts of western and north-central Missouri are particularly at risk for strong, fast-moving storms, some of which could become dangerous.
⚠️ What to Expect
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Large hail
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Strong, damaging winds
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Isolated tornadoes
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Possible storm escalation Saturday as updated data comes in
📱 Be Weather-Ready
If you’re planning outdoor activities or travel this weekend:
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Have multiple ways to receive emergency weather alerts (weather radio, phone apps, local news)
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Review your storm safety plan and know where to take shelter
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Keep phones charged and emergency kits accessible
While not all parts of Missouri will be affected, those in the storm’s path should prepare now. Stay tuned for updates as Saturday approaches — the situation could change quickly.
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